Boniato

Scientific Binomial Name: Ipomoea batatas

Selection Information

Other Names:

Batata, White Sweet Potato, Cuban Sweet Potato and Camote

Usage: Baked, boiled, mashed, steamed and candied

Selection:

Good-quality Boniato will be firm and heavy for their size. Skin colors may include pink, purple, cream and red.

Storage: Keep boniato in a cool, dark place, but not in the refrigerator, for a few days.

Avoid:

Avoid product that is soft, wrinkled or light for its size.

Seasonal Information

Boniato is available year-round from Florida.

Boniato Nutritional Information

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 85g


Amount Per Serving

Calories 100 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0 0%

Saturated Fat 0g 0%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0mg 0%

Sodium 10mg 0%

Total Carbohydrate 24g 8%

Dietary Fiber 3g 12%

Sugars

Protein 1g


Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 25%

Calcium 0% Iron 2%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Source: PMA's Labeling Facts

Boniato is very high in dietary fiber and vitamin C. It has very little sodium.